Traveling from Missoula International Airport (MSO) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Missoula International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 3 hours 19 minutes. Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Chicago 1 hour ahead of Missoula.
You can choose from 5 weekly flights from Missoula International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. The 09:00 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight out from MSO to ORD. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 13:30.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're traveling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Missoula International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the top stopovers between MSO and ORD:
Denver International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Missoula International Airport (MSO) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Missoula International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is C$235. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$431. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap flight tickets from MSO to ORD, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Missoula International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from MSO to ORD. You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes.
Use filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Missoula International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Missoula International Airport (MSO)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Missoula, Missoula International Airport can be reached in approximately 11 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to MSO? If you've booked an early flight from Missoula International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Reserve a hotel close to ORD if you're on a late flight from Missoula International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
From O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 54 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
August is the most popular month for flights from Missoula International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Chicago in February.
When reserving your flight from Missoula International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from MSO to ORD sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by finding a great place to stay. After booking your flight from MSO to ORD, browse our selection of hotel options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.
Complete your Chicago trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to O'Hare International Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Chicago stay.